Distracted Focus & Missed Blessings
Don’t know about you, but I’m scrambling to get all my holiday chores finished in time. What else is new? Right? Yeah, like many of you, I often find myself running late with everything this time of year and when...
Little Miracles-Big Encouragement
Have you ever had a small miracle that encouraged your heart? I’ve had quite a few in my life. So many, if it weren’t for noting them in my journals and books, I’d probably forget most of them. Yet, when...
FRESH EYES FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Well, it’s official, now that November is nearly here and the sun is quickly rising on the holidays. But are anxieties rising within you too? Maybe you’re remembering a few holidays from the past that were not so bright or cheerful...
Dressing For the Season
Having trouble deciding what to wear these days? As the season transitions from summer to fall, it’s a dilemma for me. Here in So Cal. temperatures are still in the 80’s with no rain in sight. My body tells me to...
Queen For A Day
When I was a very young girl, there was a popular tv show called “Queen for A Day.” While I don’t remember much about it, one thing stands out. Whoever won the honor of being queen for a day, though...
When the Cookie Crumbles
We all know the saying “that’s how the cookie crumbles” but do we know how we can stop it from crumbling? Or, in the case of actual cookies, how we can make dry cookies come back to life with soft...
THIRSTY HEARTS
Are you sad about not being able to water your yard and flowers as much as needed during our drought? As you know, California is currently experiencing another bad drought, but this time the restrictions seem too drastic, especially in...
A MOUNTAIN TO CLIMB
How’s your blood pressure? Not sure about my own, but chances are my numbers are up. Probably just need a retreat. Oh, that’s right, I just got back from one a few weeks ago and it was relaxing, inspirational, and...
Walking in His Mercies
For many years, I've enjoyed the solitude of walking my dog in the cool of the evening or the dewy wet sparkle of a crisp morning. It is often a time of inspiration and introspection for me. But tonight as...
A Little Jesus on the Side
How many times have you ordered a wonderful entrée at a restaurant, then as the waitress pivots to walk away you add: “and a little Ranch on the side, please,” or_______ (fill in the blank)? I wonder if sometimes I...